"Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases" by Ida B. Wells-Barnett is a searing exploration of the lynchings that plagued the American South during the late 19th century. This historical work exposes the horrifying realities faced by African Americans through meticulous documentation of specific incidents and a dismantling of the racist justifications used to defend mob violence. It challenges the false narratives surrounding accusations against Black men, revealing that racial hatred and the desire to uphold white dominance were the driving forces behind these acts of terror. Through poignant stories, hard data, and direct testimonies, Wells-Barnett highlights the devastating impact on the African American community and passionately calls for national awareness and justice to end these brutal atrocities.
Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases
By Ida B. Wells-Barnett
Unmasking the terror of racial violence, a courageous voice cries out against the false accusations and brutal lynchings that stained the American South.
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About the AuthorIda Bell Wells-Barnett was an American investigative journalist, sociologist, educator, and early leader in the civil rights movement. She was one of the founders of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Wells dedicated her career to combating prejudice and violence, and advocating for African-American equality—especially that of women.
Ida Bell Wells-Barnett was an American investigative journalist, sociologist, educator, and early leader in the civil rights movement. She was one of the founders of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Wells dedicated her career to combating prejudice and violence, and advocating for African-American equality—especially that of women.
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